Personalizing Employee Growth
Helping your team grow and develop isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a key part of being an effective leader. When you invest in your people, they’re more likely to thrive, and your business reaps the benefits. According to LinkedIn’s Workplace Learning Report, companies that prioritize career development see 72% higher employee engagement, 64% better retention, and 55% of employees picking up new skills. But here’s the challenge: every team is made up of individuals with different goals, strengths, and career aspirations. Some team members may be content and highly skilled in their current roles, while others are eager for their next big opportunity. So how can you tailor career development to meet your employees where they are? 1. Get to Know Your People One helpful framework is to think in terms of “rockstars” and “superstars.” Rockstars are steady, reliable contributors who want to deepen their craft. Superstars are ambitious and energized by new challenges and fast-paced growth. As a...